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M.S. in Adult Continuing Education: Library Media

Achieve Your Professional Goals in Library Media

Program Detail

Next Start Date

March 12

Est. Program Length

1 year

Credit Hours

33

Course Length

8 weeks

Cost Per Credit

$429

Degree Overview

Build the knowledge and skills to achieve personal development and/or prepare for certain professional areas that require a master’s degree. The online master’s in adult continuing education library media option has the same content and outcomes as in the MEd in Library Media certification program, but is designed for students who do not hold a teaching certificate.

Earn your degree fully online, at one of the most affordable institutions in the state.

Who is this degree for?

Individuals seeking personal and professional growth by advancing their education.

Individuals seeking to become a library teacher and administer of a successful school library media program.

Program Detail

Next Start Date

March 12

Est. Program Length

1 year

Credit Hours

33

Course Length

8 weeks

Cost Per Credit

$429

Course Details

Total Hours: 33

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

ED 500

Foundations of Education

3

ED 504 OR ED 506

Techniques of Educational Research OR Educational Statistics

3

ED 505

Technology and Education

3

Course Number

Course Title

Credit Hours

LM 506

Literature for Children and Young Adults

3

LM 561

Instructional Media

3

LM 562

Library Media Cataloging and Classification

3

LM 563

School Library Media Center Management and Collection Development

3

LM 564

Critical Issues in School Library Services

3

LM 565

Reference Services and Information Storage and Retrieval

3

LM 566

Libraries and Legal Issues

3

LM 569

Internship in Library Media

3

Admissions

Your experience at the University of West Alabama is designed to be as straightforward and convenient as possible. From the moment you apply, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance from an enrollment counselor. And once you’re in your program, you’ll have a personal success coach who can answer your questions and help with anything you need.

To be admitted to this program, the prospective educator candidate must meet all requirements for admission to the School of Graduate Studies including fingerprints/verification of background clearance.

Submit official college and institution transcripts (if applicable). – Download Form

Tuition

Graduate tuition for the 2017-18 academic year is $429 per credit hour. There is a $50 technology fee each semester.

The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships and loans. Approximately 80 percent of UWA students receive some type of financial aid to support their studies. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UWA is 001024.

Transfer

UWA may accept up to 9 hours at the Graduate level for matching courses and curriculums for most programs.

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Your career goals are within reach with an online degree from the University of West Alabama. Experience a personalized education designed to help you achieve your dreams, on your schedule and at an affordable cost.